“After spending years working in corporate companies specialising in events, I found myself at a crossroads when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. It was a time for reflection, and I realised that I wanted to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives, though I wasn’t quite sure how or where to start. But after a spontaneous, unplanned conversation with Annette I knew my journey with YMCA Worcestershire was it. Four years, one baby, and countless new friendships later, I couldn’t be happier with my decision to join the team. As a new mom returning to work, the transition to this whole new life was daunting and hectic, but having an onsite nursery and understanding managers made that transition so much easier. With the whirlwind of recent internal organisation and personal changes, I’m now excited to put my skills and experience to work, bringing our community together through events, workshops, and partnerships. As a team, we all have such amazing ideas, and I’m buzzing with anticipation to see how they all pan out in 2025. I genuinely believe this is going to be our best year yet!
Fun facts: I have travelled over 40 different countries, lived in 8, seen 4 of the 7 wonders of the world, fostered and rehomed 11 dogs, done a 15,000ft sky dive and owned a pet hedgehog!”
